April 18, 2005More On AsanaA few people have asked me about Asana's construction, and specifically what it's going to look like as you're working on it. I'm no expert with schematic software, but it will look something like this:  You start knitting from the bottom, and work the bottom and top wraps as one piece with the main body. The waist wraps are knit as seperate strips and then seamed onto the body during finishing. The top and bottom wraps are identical in length, with the waist wrap being a bit shorter, since your waist is significantly smaller in circumference than your bust or hips. (All of this gives the illusion that the straps are of equal length when the piece is worn.) When wearing the piece, you'll have the right side of each wrap wrapped all the way over to the left side of your back and the left sides wrapped over the top of the right sides. This will give you a substantial portion of overlap - most of the back, depending on your personal measurements, of course. Divide the velcro into equal portions for each of the tabs. I'd recommend using at least two 2-inch vertical strips (one at each edge) for each wrap. When you get to the point of sewing on the velcro, it will all be a lot more obvious. Just be sure to plan out the placement of the velcro and make sure it works prior to sewing it on! Asana can be, and in fact, was, worn with a bra. It's not really suited to a bra with straps, but it will easily cover a honkin' big strapless. The upper wrap is bigger to cover the ladies, and if you have any doubts, just check your gauge on the lower wrap. You can always start the upper strap a little early and make it extra thick if you have "special needs". For those of you looking for a little company while knitting your Asana, Ms. NoNoKitty has kindly started a knitalong here, which will lift off on May 9th. I will also be hosting at least one knitalong night in early June with my LYS for those of you knitting Asana in the DC area. More on those details as we get closer to the date. In asana | designs | freebies | main | publications
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Okay, I have a really stupid question! Do you join the garter rib stitch on the circular needles at the start of the pattern? Or is it just knit flat? I loved this pattern, and soon as I find some comfy yarn, I think that I will attempt it. I plan on making the straps a bit different, and maybe a bit thicker in order to be able to wear a bra with straps. Any suggestions? Posted by: Kelly at April 20, 2005 02:42 PMI recently discovered your designs and love them! This looks a little above my level right now, but I think I am going to try either this or the honeymoon cami this summer. Thanks for the gorgeous stuff! Posted by: Dani at April 20, 2005 09:22 AMThanks for the info, I'm a big girl and thinking about making this for myself, out of Cascade Fixation, for extra support, I'll let you know how it works out. Posted by: Amy at April 20, 2005 08:40 AMHey, thanks for the extra info Julia! I'm looking forward to knitting this piece-- currently trying to decide if I want to make it in GGH Samoa, ASC (they discontinued all the colors I like, though), or something else. |